🌱Get Your Golf Game Ready! + Trinity Baptist Church Special Guest!

Good morning, everybody. It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Mooresville Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. Including news on:

• A special visit to the Trinity Baptist Church.
• Looking for a furry friend?
• Golf anyone?

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Mostly sunny. High: 66 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Mooresville:

1. On March 19 the Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresville will be getting a visit from North Carolina’s Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. He will speak during the 10 a.m. worship service. Those interested in attending are encouraged to arrive early. (Mooresville Tribune)
2. If you've been wanting to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your family, start with these animal shelters in and around Mooresville for a pet who needs a home. Millions of animals — some right here in the Mooresville area — are still waiting for their forever homes. If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We've rounded up this week’s list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you’re looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. If you're a cat person, meet Tigger Larson, a Domestic Short Hair up for adoption. Or if dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. (Mooresville Patch)
3. Brush up on your golf game because the Iredell Health Foundation will once again be hosting its annual Iredell Memorial Community Golf Classic, scheduled for May 18 and 19 at Statesville Country Club. All proceeds from the event will go to support The Institute for Nursing Excellence at Iredell Health System. If you would like to become a sponsor or learn more about participating in the tournament, visit IredellGolfclassic.org. (Iredell Health)

Today in Mooresville:

Mooresville Day 150th Celebration- (12PM)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "Hope Park is officially open!Improvements to Hope Park are now complete. We appreciate your patience. Enjoy!" (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Mooresville Public Library: "Children of all ages are invited to join us for LEGO Club on March 7 at 4 p.m. and March 21 at 6 p.m. at our Main Library. This program will allow children to connect with other builders and work on creating different structures." (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "Did you know that everyday activities, such as mowing the grass and spraying for weeds, can contribute to stormwater pollution? As part of Mooresville Stormwater Division's annual Creek Week, they’re making citizens aware of these pollutants." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Karena Garrity

About me: Journalism is in my veins. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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